2006 Acura MDX vs. 1997 Honda NSX
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Acura MDX. (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura MDX weights approximately 77 kg more than 1997 Honda NSX.
Because 2006 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Acura MDX (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 1997 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | MDX | NSX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 70 L |
